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#95 of 842 schools in PR

Top 11% in state

Rosa Luz Zayas

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 848, Naranjito, PR 00719

Enrollment

127

Student-Teacher

7.5:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#95 of 842

In Naranjito

#2 of 11

public schools

In district

#95 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Rosa Luz Zayas

8.6/10

Elementary School in Naranjito · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Rosa Luz Zayas

Rosa Luz Zayas is a public elementary school in Naranjito, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Rosa Luz Zayas serves approximately 127 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Rosa Luz Zayas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #95 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Rosa Luz Zayas show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 127 students, Rosa Luz Zayas is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 7.5:1, Rosa Luz Zayas offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+2.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency55% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.5:1
Chronic Absenteeism7.9%

Rosa Luz Zayas — Students at Rosa Luz Zayas score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 51.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
52%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.

How Rosa Luz Zayas Compares

See how Rosa Luz Zayas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
89th percentile in PR
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.9%

Location

PO BOX 848, Naranjito, PR 00719

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rosa Luz Zayas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OSCAR PORRATA DORIA (rated 9.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Comerio), which scores notably higher. Another option is INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN (rated 9.4/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Comerio), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FRANCISCO ROQUE MUNOZ (rated 9.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Naranjito, see our Naranjito schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
PEDRO FERNANDEZ Naranjito 1.7 mi 4.8
FRANCISCO ROQUE MUNOZ Naranjito 1.8 mi 9.3
EL FARALLON Barranquitas 2.3 mi 5.6
INTERMEDIA FRANCISCO (PACO) LOPEZ LOPEZ Barranquitas 2.4 mi 8.8
RAMON ALEJANDRO AYALA Comerio 2.4 mi 8.3
FRANCISCO MORALES Naranjito 2.8 mi 3.5
COLEEN VAZQUEZ URRUTIA Naranjito 2.9 mi 5.0
MERCEDES ROSADO Naranjito 2.9 mi 4.9
FRANCISCO LOPEZ CRUZ Naranjito 3.0 mi 5.6
RUBEN RODRIGUEZ FIGUEROA Naranjito 3.2 mi 6.6
OSCAR PORRATA DORIA Comerio 3.4 mi 9.8
ANTOLIN SANTOS NEGRON Comerio 3.6 mi 6.0
CLAUDIO FERRER COTTO Comerio 3.8 mi 8.4
INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN Comerio 3.8 mi 9.4
MANUEL CRUZ MACEIRA - BEISBOL Comerio 3.9 mi 6.2
JUANA COLON Comerio 3.8 mi 6.5
BERNARDA ROBLES DE HEVIA Naranjito 4.0 mi 5.8
LUIS MUNOZ MARIN COMERIO Comerio 4.3 mi 8.0
ADOLFO GARCIA Naranjito 4.4 mi 3.9
RAMON T. RIVERA Barranquitas 4.3 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00719 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$21,089

Median Home Value

$105,900

Median Rent

$484/mo

Population

29,732

College Educated

19.7%

Homeownership

68.9%

Avg Commute

40.6 min

Poverty Rate

50.9%

Median Age

43.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rosa Luz Zayas

What grades does Rosa Luz Zayas serve?

Rosa Luz Zayas serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Rosa Luz Zayas?

Rosa Luz Zayas has an enrollment of approximately 127 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rosa Luz Zayas?

The student-teacher ratio at Rosa Luz Zayas is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rosa Luz Zayas rank in PR?

Rosa Luz Zayas ranks #95 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Rosa Luz Zayas's MySchoolScout rating?

Rosa Luz Zayas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Rosa Luz Zayas?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rosa Luz Zayas has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Rosa Luz Zayas a charter school?

No, Rosa Luz Zayas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rosa Luz Zayas a Title I school?

No, Rosa Luz Zayas is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rosa Luz Zayas?

90.6% of students at Rosa Luz Zayas qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Naranjito Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.9%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but is not factored into the score. Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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